Gluten Free 7 Layer Dip

It’s Super Bowl Sunday and you know what I made..my famousSeven Layer Dip, a must at every family gathering since I started making it 10 years ago….

This one is slightly different – I added black beans to the bottom (I do not like refried beans for those of you who are wondering why black beans?? And this is healthier). There are several versions of this dip; with ground beef, without beans, different kinds of cheese, vegan. This is my favorite. (I also made a small vegan dip, no cheese or sour cream, for one of my best friends who will also be at our super bowl party)

Unfortunately, packaged taco seasoning can be a source of hidden gluten. So I made my own gluten free taco seasoning mix with spices and herbs. There are some out there – Ortega and Old El Paso – But be careful!

Old El Paso products are not labeled gluten free by the manufacturer. Many of their products do not contain gluten ingredients, but the company cannot verify that there is no cross contact on the ingredients that come from other suppliers. I was told that if there is a chance of cross contact on their end, there will be an allergy statement. So if you are very sensitive I suggest you make your own, below is a good recipe I use.

Gluten Free Taco Seasoning

Makes 6 Tablespoons (you can cut the recipe in half for the dip or make it all and the keep the rest for another time!)

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons gluten free onion powder

2 teaspoons gluten free garlic powder (not garlic salt)

1 tablespoon salt (optional – I do not use salt ever in cooking or baking)

1 tablespoon gluten free chili powder

1 ½ teaspoons crushed dried red pepper

1 ½ teaspoons gluten free ground cumin

1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

1 ½ teaspoons cornstarch

1 teaspoon sugar

Preparation:

Place all ingredients in an 8 ounce jar and shake until seasonings are well distributed. Makes about 6 tablespoons of mix. Store in a cool, dry location.

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Jessica

I've been on a gluten free diet since January 2009. It's been an adventure, and a challenge at times. I love to go to new restaurants and try new foods, and being gluten free can make eating out difficult at times. But I will not let my dietary restrictions get in my way of finding new restaurants and products. These are my stories of being a young women in a big city, eating out and trying new foods, all while NOT eating gluten. Like I said, it's an adventure and you are welcome to come along... Please note that as I try to eat gluten free 100% of the time, my intolerance is not as severe as others so please use caution when dining at restaurants that are not certified gluten free.
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